insert_link World U.N humanitarians says they’ve run out of words to describe the situation in Gaza The United Nations Security Council heard on Monday, how there are no longer any words to describe the situation in Gaza. United Nations humanitarians briefed the council at a special meeting on the situation in Rafah and say it's now beyond a catastrophe. Jody Jacobs reports from New York. todayMay 21, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia Water Minister Attends 10th World Water Forum in Bali The Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform minister, Calle Schlettwein, is representing Namibia at the 10th World Water Forum in Indonesia, Bali, themed "Water for Shared Prosperity." The Forum seeks to advance the outcomes of the UN-Water Conference in New York from March 2023, with Namibia's participation aiming to enhance water management and sharing with neighboring countries nationwide. Ministry spokesperson Simon Nghipandulwa. todayMay 21, 2024 47
insert_link Namibia Namibia Progressive Party Leader Vows to Prioritize Basic Rights, Including Housing Penda Negonga, leader of the Namibia Progressive Party, pledges to advocate for the fundamental rights of Namibians, particularly in housing, once in office. todayMay 21, 2024 25
insert_link South Africa Foot-and-Mouth Outbreak: Farms Quarantined in South Africa’s Eastern Cape The Department of Agriculture in South Africa has imposed quarantine measures on farms near Humansdorp in the Eastern Cape due to an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease. Three farms have tested positive for the SAT3 virus, similar to previous outbreaks in other provinces in 2021 and 2022. Spokesperson Reggie Ngcobo has confirmed the quarantine and ongoing epidemio-logical investigations to identify at-risk properties. Ngcobo emphasizes the importance of biosecurity measures for farmers, […] todayMay 21, 2024 14
insert_link Sport Nadal practices at Roland Garros amid fitness doubts Rafael Nadal returned to Roland Garros on Monday to practice and try to figure out whether to compete at the French Open, a tournament he has won a record 14 times. The 37-year-old Spaniard showed up late in the afternoon with his coach, Carlos Moya, and a couple of sparring partners at Court Philippe Chatrier, which was open to the public. About 6,000 fans were there at the French Open’s main stadium, cheering loudly […] todayMay 21, 2024 15
insert_link Sport Pep Guardiola hints next season will be his last as Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola cast doubt over his long-term future at Manchester City on Sunday after winning a record straight fourth Premier League title, admitting it is difficult to find motivation after so much sustained success. City's 3-1 victory against West Ham, securing a sixth title in seven years for Guardiola, who has taken the club to extraordinary new levels since he arrived in 2016. His tally is exceeded only by […] todayMay 21, 2024 8
insert_link World U.N officials express shock at the death of Iran’s President Condolences have been pouring in at the United Nations following the death of Iran's president and Foreign Minister. UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres says he is saddened by the death of Ebrahim Raisi. Security Council members observed a moment of silence before the start of its work on Monday. Jody Jacobs has more. todayMay 21, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Ombudsman Flooded with 967 Cases Against Police: Assaults, Employment Disputes, and Investigations Reported The Office of the Ombudsman has seen a surge in cases concerning the police, with a total of 967 cases filed by both civilians and officers. These cases cover a broad range of issues, such as assaults, employment disputes, investigations, and missing documentation. Aurelia David, the spokesperson for the Office of the Ombudsman, disclosed that these cases were recorded between January 1, 2023, and May 16, 2024, as reported by […] todayMay 21, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa Farm Attacks: S.A’s AfriForum Reports 49 Murders in 2023 AfriForum’s annual report on farm attacks and murders shows 49 farm murders in 296 attacks during 2023. Chief spokesperson for Community Safety, Jacques Broodryk, says this is approximately one murder per week. Broodryk has criticised the government and the SAPS for its double standards in preventing and investigating such crimes. He urges the government to form a special ministerial task team to address farm murders: todayMay 21, 2024 38
